Korea Spotlight 2025 is set to take place on October 7 at Shibuya Stream Hall in Tokyo and October 9 at Namba Hatch in Osaka. The event has unveiled its full lineup, highlighting both established and emerging acts from the Korean music scene.
Organized by South Korea’s Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, Korea Spotlight is an international showcase that has previously toured the U.S., U.K., Germany, and other countries. Since its debut in Japan in 2022, the event has featured acts such as HYPNOSIS THERAPY and Glen Check, representing diverse facets of Korea’s music landscape.
The 2025 edition will see Dragon Pony, CHEEZE, KARDI, Lee Seung Yoon, and Dabda perform at both Tokyo and Osaka shows. Special guests include DYGL in Tokyo and PEDRO, the band project of former BiSH member Ayuni D, in Osaka.
Admission is free for both events, but advance reservations are required.
Korea Spotlight 2025
This event is free to attend with advance reservation required.
Reservation link: https://w.pia.jp/t/koreaspotlightshowcase2025-j/
Tokyo Show
Venue: Shibuya Stream Hall
Date: Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Special Guest: DYGL
Osaka Show
Venue: Namba Hatch
Date: Thursday, October 9, 2025
Special Guest: PEDRO
Organizer: Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (South Korea)
Planning: Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA)
Supported by: Japan Music and Culture Promotion Foundation (JMCE) / Association of Concert Promoters in Japan (ACPC)
